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News

• Deadline for fall off-campus MSU plant science courses draws near

  Published on August 13, 2012
  Michigan State University (MSU) Institute of Agricultural Technology is now taking applications for off-campus certificate programs in Applied Plant Science and Viticulture at northwest and southwest Michigan community college locations this fall.

• Summer stress of turf on golf courses

  Published on August 10, 2012
  The drought and heat during the 2012 summer has resulted in tremendous stress to golf course turf.

• Understanding the drought through the Evaporative Stress Index

  Published on August 9, 2012
  A look at the Evaporative Stress Index explains patterns of water availability and moisture stress across large areas.

• Summer of stress continues for turf

  Published on July 27, 2012
  Recent rainfall has provided some relief to dormant turfgrass areas. If the turf has resumed growth, a fertilizer application could be helpful in assisting the turf to recover.

• What is evapotranspiration and why it matters

  Published on July 25, 2012
  Under drought conditions, plants may not be able to extract water fast enough to keep up with evapotranspiration.

• To safeguard Michigan’s water resources, check before choosing fertilizers

  Published on July 24, 2012
  Following these four simple steps will help you determine what kind of fertilizer you need for your lawn and garden – if any – and how much.

• Does a dormant lawn need to be treated for grubs?

  Published on July 12, 2012
  Home lawns are the most susceptible to grub damage under dry conditions. If you have seen turf damage caused by grubs in the last two years, plan on applying an insecticide for grubs before August 1.

• The ups and downs of Japanese beetle populations

  Published on July 12, 2012
  Relative abundance of Japanese beetles in your yard this year compared with last year mostly depends on the amount of rain the previous July and August.

• Keep a spill kit handy in case of a chemical spill

  Published on July 3, 2012
  Be prepared before a spill occurs to help keep Michigan’s water resources safe.

• Pesticide spills: Be prepared

  Published on July 3, 2012
  There are five steps that farmers should follow when a spill occurs.